Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Local Car Happenings in Tidewater Virginia - June 27th

 


UPDATED LISTING OF LOCAL MEETS/CRUISE-INS, UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, CLUB & MOTORSPORT EVENTS, AND REGIONAL AUTO RACING 


WEEKLY/MONTHLY CAR MEETS/CRUISE-INS 

(scroll down for Car Shows and Motorsports Events) 


Tue, Jun 27 - Southern Chesapeake Tuesday Night Cruz-in, 5:00 pm, Edinburgh North Shopping Center, Hillcrest Pkwy., Chesapeake. Every Tuesday at 5 pm, Edinburgh Target parking lot, Across from Chick fil-a. Everyone welcome. Bring your ”Cars” to layed back cruz-in. Friendly Folks. 


Tue, Jun 27 - Topless Tuesday Jeep Takeover, 5:30 - 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N., Chesapeake. Topless Tuesday is every other Tuesday at The Garage! FIRST 10 Jeeps will receive $5 off their bill!  Line up your jeeps on our grass, and overflow can go into parking spaces. Food truck rotating every week. (Check our website for more info!) Rain or Shine. We won't judge you if you aren't.... Topless. Check out our website for the current food truck! 


Wed, Jun 28 - 2023 Wednesday Franklin Cruise-In, 4:00 - 7:00 pm, Main Street Parking Lot in front of the Fire Station, downtown Franklin. Mark your calendars for the 2023 Franklin Cruise-In season. Weekly cruise-ins will continue each Wednesday until October 11, 2023. The Franklin Independence Day Celebration with the City of Franklin and Franklin Experience will be on Wednesday, June 28th with fireworks and a live band. The Grand Finale will be on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Looking forward to seeing everyone there. 


Wed, Jun 28 - Doumar's Weekly Cruise in, 6 - 8:00 pm, Hosted by The Mustang and Ford Association of Virginia, Doumar's Cones & Barbecue, 1919 Monticello Ave., Norfolk. We are back at Doumar’s, all are invited! Please join us for some cars at a weekly cruise-in every Wednesday night. They are open during these hours, so enjoy all the great eats and drinks they provide, including their amazing ice cream and handmade cones! Be kind, clean up after yourselves, no excessive revving, and no burnouts and do not speed off when leaving their parking lot. 


Thu, Jun 29 - Thursday Night Cruise-In at the DQ, 3:00 pm - ?, 4024 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. So if you're not doing anything on Thursday afternoons get those cars out and come up to DQ. You can go in and order food and bring it out to eat. Make sure you bring a chair because they've taken the tables and chairs in. People start getting there around 2:00 and hang out for 3-4 hours or so. The weather is starting to get nice and there's not a whole lot of places we can go. This is one of the few places we can. 


Thu, Jun 29 - Colonial Car Scene Thursday Night Meet, 7 - 10:00 pm, (New Spot) Bruster's real ice cream, 5289 John Tyler Hwy., Williamsburg. Keep in mind that being around in ice cream establishment there are going to be children so please remain respectful! Hope to see you all out there this week. Respect the spot. No Revving - No Burnouts - No Loud Music. Pick-up after yourself. 


Fri, Jun 30 - Friday Night Hardee's Cruise-Ins, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hardee's at 7007 George Washington Hwy (Route 17), Gloucester. We will be having Friday Night Cruise-ins from 4-8 pm. At this time, the restaurant is open for take-out orders only. Come on out and see some cool cars and hang out with other car folks.


Fri, Jun 30- Let's Talk Cars Friday Night Cruise-in, 5:00 pm - Dusk, Main Street Shopping Center, 6920 Main St., Gloucester. Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers hold a weekly cruise in (weather permitting) from April through October. All years, makes and models welcome. Family Freindly Fun, Music, and Car Talk. Cruiser of the week award presented 30 minutes before dusk. Free for everyone, donations are appreciated and benefit CHKD. 


Sat, Jul 1 - (1st Sat) Cars & Coffee Virginia Beach, 7 - 11:00 am, Virginia Beach Sports Center parking lot, 1045 19th St., Virginia Beach. Welcome to Cars & Coffee Virginia Beach, sponsored by Java Surf® Café & Espresso Bar. The first Saturday of every nice weather month. (Gates open by 6:30) Since 2005, Cars & Coffee VB has been a constantly growing, laid back, family friendly, all vehicle style event. Are you normally busy on Saturdays with a list of honey-do's or family commitments? Well that's perfectly fine because you can be back home before your spouse is even up. You don't need a fancy car to come and enjoy your car hobby and still enjoy the rest of your day. https://www.carsandcoffeevb.com/ 


Sat, Jul 1 – Great Bridge Cars ‘n’ Coffee, 8 – 10:00 am, Great Bridge United Methodist Church, 201 Stadium Dr., Chesapeake. Cars ‘n’ Coffee at GBUMC! Open to all, just a morning of cars and conversation. The Great Bridge Ruritan Club will be offering a fund-raising breakfast.  


Sat, Jul 1 - (1st Sat) MPCC cars and coffee, 8:30 - 11:00 am, Eggheads Diner, 1785 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Gloucester Point. Join the Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers for Cars and Coffee first Saturday of each month at the Gloucester Point Shopping Center. All cars are welcome and admission is free!


Sat, Jul 1 - Classic Cars & Coffee at the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmers Market, 9:00 am - 1:30 pm, Courthouse and High St., Portsmouth. Join us for informal Classic Cars & Coffee at the historic Olde Towne Farmers Market. Classic cars get FREE up-front, car-show-style parking and FREE gourmet coffee for the drivers. Great spot to bring the spouse and family, 50+ vendors with fresh produce, grilled items, baked goods, sweets, juices, confections, even handmade jewelry and artisan items. Always something different, and very welcoming! Just flag down anyone in a yellow traffic safety vest and our deputy sheriffs will guide you to a prime spot. 


Sat, Jul 1 - (1st Sat) Chili-Dog Cruz-In, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Nasemond Masonic Lodge #77, 5681 Lee Farm Ln., Suffolk. Mark your calendar and join us again this year for Cool Cars, Good friends, and Tasty Chili Dogs. Every 1st Saturday at Nasemond Lodge. Cars, Bikes, and Chili Dogs. A great way to spend a couple of hours with old friends and new. EVERYONE WELCOME! Chili Dog Combo $6.00 


Sat, Jul 1 - Suffolk Hardee's Cruise in, 2 - 6:00 pm, Hardee's Drive-In, Pruden Blvd., Suffolk. Every Saturday Weekly gathering of car enthusiasts at Hardee's in Suffolk. Get those hot rods out and come see some cool cars and have a great time hanging out with friends. If it's cold, we hangout inside.


Sat, Jul 1 - Landstown Commons Customs and Classics Cruise Ins, 4 - 8:00 pm, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3312 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Join the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads every Saturday starting April 1 through October 28 for Custom Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Bicycles, Toys, and vehicles of all varieties. Live DJ, local eateries, the best shopping, family fun, and community. Free to spectate and $3 donation to display your vehicle in the show lot. Spring and Summer hours 4-8 PM and Fall Hours shift to 3-7 PM. 


Sat, Jul 1 – Classic Cruisers Car Club Cruise-In, 4:30 - 8:00 pm, Coastal Community Church, 101 Village Ave., Yorktown. It is open to all years, all makes, and all models. If it’s cool, bring it. It is only a $2.00 donation to show your vehicle. There is no admission fee for spectators. All cruise-in donations are donated to local charities. It is a great place to listen to some great tunes played by our DJs, look at some great rides, see your old friends, and make some new ones. For more information about the cruise-ins, go to our website at http://www.ccccva.com or our Classic Cruisers Car Club Facebook page. You can also contact Kathy Jefferson 757-871-7666 


Sat, Jul 1 - Fort Monroe Cruise In, 6 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. With the cooler weather, we are using the bigger lot with the light poles. All makes and models welcome. Kid and pet friendly. Please use the parking spots, as intended. As always, no revving, burnouts, loud music, etc. Please dispose of all trash in the dumpster. This is across from a police station, so mind your manners when entering/leaving. Speed limit is 25mph on all of Fort Monroe. Come hang out! 


Sun, Jul 2 - (1st Sun) Cheeseburgers & Classic Car Cruise in, 2 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Farmer’s Table, 13416 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. Cheeseburgers & Classic Cars is a family event open to all automotive enthusiast. We welcome all Classic Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and Tractors, including show quality restorations to rusty survivors and everything in-between on the 1st Sunday of each month at Cypress creek shopping center! Bring the kids, young and old! no fees or registrations. Please do not park in the front row of the stores - thank you. For outdoor dining, Tailgate, or curbside call 757-357-1717. View our menu on the website and order online at: www.farmerstableofsmithfield.com


Sun, Jul 2 - NK Cruisers at the New Kent Independence Day Celebration, 6:15 – 10:00 pm, New Kent High School, 7365 Egypt Rd., New Kent. We have been asked to bring some cars out to show for the Independence Day celebration at New Kent High School on 7/2. NK Cruisers bring your rides out. We will need your cars to be at the lot at 6:15. After 6:30 you will likely have to park in the public parking areas. Space is limited to around 40-50 cars so please mark going on this event page if you plan to attend so I can have an accurate car count. There will be no room for trailer parking so you will need to drive your vehicle to and from the event. We will be parking in the 4th lot across from NK middle school off Stadium Dr. Should be a great time. See you there.


Tue, Jul 4 - Topless Tuesday Jeep Takeover, 5:30 - 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N., Chesapeake. Topless Tuesday is every other Tuesday at The Garage! FIRST 10 Jeeps will receive $5 off their bill!  Line up your jeeps on our grass, and overflow can go into parking spaces. Food truck rotating every week. (Check our website for more info!) Rain or Shine. We won't judge you if you aren't.... Topless. Check out our website for the current food truck! 


Thu, Jul 6 - (1st Thu) Cars 'n' Chicken Cruise-in, 7 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Seven Cities Camaro Club, Wild Wing Café, 1437 Sam's Drive, Chesapeake. Come join us on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month. Come spend your Friday Eve at Cars 'n' Chicken, and join us on the patio for chicken and entertainment. All makes, years, and models encouraged to attend. Help support local charities by coming and spending some money on chicken. End of year proceeds are donated to the local charities supported by the Seven Cities Camaro Club. This is an organized and laid-back event with amazing food and company so come on out, show your ride, and get yourself an amazing dinner. 


Fri, Jul 7 - (1st Fri) Smithfield Ruritans 1st Fridays Cruise-Ins, 5 - 8:00 pm, Luter Sports Complex, 900 West Main St., Smithfield. The Smithfield Ruritan Club will be starting their 1st Friday cruise-ins on April 7 from 5-8 pm at Luter Sports Complex, 900 W. Main Street (Route 258), Smithfield. We will be doing them on the first Friday of every month through October. Hope to see you out here.


Fri, Jul 7 - NK Cruisers Cruise In, 6 - 9:00 pm, Rosie's Lot 7, 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy., New Kent. NK Cruisers meet the 1st and 3rd Friday from April-October. NK Cruisers, a local car enthusiast and cruise-in group bringing the car community together between Richmond and Williamsburg. The focus is New Kent, Charles City, and Lanexa but we welcome all folks from all areas. All years, makes, models, years, cars, truck, motorcycles, golf carts, boats, tractors, and trailered vehicles always welcome. Inclement weather cancels. For more information email: nkcruisers@gmail.com and NK Cruisers Facebook page for announcements and information. 


Sat, Jul 8 - Cars n Coffee, 7 - 9:00 am, Hosted by Tidewater Mopar Club (TMC), Heritage Amish Bake Shoppe, next to the Old VB Farmer's Market, 3600 Dam Neck Rd., Virginia Beach. The Bakery may or mayn't have Coffee so it is advised to bring your own.


Sat, Jul 8 - Cars and Coffee Chesapeake, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, Sonic Drive-In, 1600 Cedar Rd., Chesapeake. Team Ultraspeed and Sonic Restaurant are teaming up to bring you one of the best car meets in the area! Join us for a community gathering of the most beautiful cars from around town. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee or your favorite Sonic foods while admiring a variety of amazing cars from different makes, models, and eras. Chat with other car lovers, exchange tips, and share your experiences over a delicious breakfast or lunch. Mark your calendars and we'll see you there! 


Sat, Jul 8 - (2nd Sat) Cars & Coffee Newport News, 9 - 11:00 am, Village Square Shopping Center, 5007 Victory Blvd., Yorktown. Car enthusiasts of all kinds are welcome! Family friendly. This is an informal cruise-in for enthusiast of all makes, models and years, cars and trucks the second Saturday each month from to talk cars and share a cup of coffee. Note: Coffee and tables available at Uno on the patio. Rainout date is always the next Sunday with good weather. Please follow this short, but strongly enforced set of rules: No revving, no Burnouts, no loud music, no parking in loading/fire zones, no double parking. Please be respectful of everyone most of all. 


Sat, Jul 8 - (2nd Sat) Outkasts Society | Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lucky Cup Coffee, 901 Chimney Hill Shopping Center, Holland Rd., Virginia Beach. We have partnered up with Lucky Cup Coffee to bring you a Cars and Coffee every second Saturday even when it’s cold out, bring them jackets out and enjoy a delicious cup of hot coffee!!! And as always food pantry items and book, take one leave one no questions asked. 


Sat, Jul 8 - Classic Cars & Coffee at the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmers Market, 9:00 am - 1:30 pm, Courthouse and High St., Portsmouth. Join us for informal Classic Cars & Coffee at the historic Olde Towne Farmers Market. Classic cars get FREE up-front, car-show-style parking and FREE gourmet coffee for the drivers. Great spot to bring the spouse and family, 50+ vendors with fresh produce, grilled items, baked goods, sweets, juices, confections, even handmade jewelry and artisan items. Always something different, and very welcoming! Just flag down anyone in a yellow traffic safety vest and our deputy sheriffs will guide you to a prime spot. 


Sat, Jul 8 - (2nd & 4th Sat) Winston's Raw Bar and Grill Cruise-in, 4:30 - ?pm, 1620 Cedar Rd., Chesapeake. Come on out to Winston's cruise in! Whatever you drive, come show us what you got. Classic car / truck, roadster, muscle car, motorcycle, etc. 


Sun, Jul 9 - (2nd Sun) Boost & Brunch Newport News, 8:30 - 11:00 am, 12515 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. All makes and models welcomed. Calling all car enthusiasts to share and view cars then grab some human fuel at Donatos as well as some free giveaways from United Wireless. Sponsored by: United Wireless T-Mobile, Skyline Sports Club of Virginia, Art of imagery, Sweet Frogs, Donatos Pizza. RESPECT THE SPOT! NO SPEEDING, BURN OUTS, ETC. Don't forget to tag us in your shots! @boostandbrunch on Instagram & follow for updates. Thanks for coming out and sharing your rides with everyone!


Sun, Jul 9 - Wheels & Waffles July Meet, 8:30 - 11:30 am, Priority Toyota Chesapeake, 1800 Greenbrier Pkwy., Chesapeake. Come join us for our June Wheels and Waffles VA meet. Come out, walk around, enjoy some coffee, yummy food trucks, neat raffles, music, and check out the sweet rides. Bring your classics, exotics, imports, muscles, trucks, jeeps, bikes, and golf carts to show! No burnouts, loud music, or loud revving.


Tue, Jul 11 - Southern Chesapeake Tuesday Night Cruz-in, 5:00 pm, Edinburgh North Shopping Center, Hillcrest Pkwy., Chesapeake. Every Tuesday at 5 pm, Edinburgh Target parking lot, Across from Chick fil-a. Everyone welcome. Bring your ”Cars” to layed back cruz-in. Friendly Folks. 


Wed, Jul 12 - Corvette Takeover!, 6 - 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N., Chesapeake. Calling all Corvette owners! Come meet up with the members of "Beachcombers Corvette Owners of Virginia" and enjoy 10% off your beer while checking out all the other Vettes! Rotating food trucks each month, check out our website for an updated list!


Thu, Jul 13 - (2nd Thu) Team NvUS: Crews & Brews @TGB, 5:30 – 8:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N., Chesapeake. Every 2nd Thursday, Designated parking outside and one vehicle parked inside! Team NvUS is a WorldWide Car Club that was established in 2011. The team focuses on maintaining that family atmosphere amongst enthusiasts, all while showcasing quality vehicles at many High Exposure Shows and Charity Shows/Events. All Team NvUS Members are shown with an "NvUS" banner on their car. Virginia 757 Chapter is just one of 4 Chapters in Virginia and also one of over 200 chapters worldwide. 


Sat, Jul 15 - (3rd Sat) C4 Cruise-In, 8 - 9:30 am, River Oak Church, 255 Great Bridge Blvd., Chesapeake. Owners and lookers welcome, it’s all free – free to show, free to look, free to eat, (donuts & coffee). Talk cars, show off your ride and meet other’s that share the same love. All rides are welcome – imports, exotics, trucks, bikes (any vintage, old or new), tractors, customs tuners, off-road, whatever! If you can get it here we’ll enjoy it. We start early, (8:00 am), and we end early, (9:30 am), before the heat of the day, so you have plenty of your Saturday left to do other shows, polish off your honey-do list, or whatever your Saturday looks like!


Sat, Jul 15 - (3rd Sat) Cars & Coffee Williamsburg, 9 - 11:30 am, The Tipsy Beans Café ( www.tipsybeanscafe.com ), 1430 High Street, Williamsburg. C & C Williamsburg is an informal gathering of people with a passion for automobiles. This venue along with the great coffee and treats at The Tipsy Beans Cafe is a winning combination and we look forward to meeting there the third Saturday of every month from 9-11:30 am. Patronize Tipsy Beans Café and stay for lunch at any of the great dining options at High Street. Gentleman and Ladies…start your engines! See you Saturday!


Sat, Jul 15 - GenRight 4x4 Meet-up, 10:00 am, Hotrodders Cafe, 1457 Mount Pleasant Rd., Ste. 109, Chesapeake. A great event to come and hang out with some local jeepers/off-roaders and check out some awesome jeeps, talk about your build, and any upcoming wheeling trips. Oh, and the food is always good! 


Sun, Jul 16 - Rides & Coffee JULY!, 8 – 11:00 am, Detail Garage (Virginia Beach, VA), 4239 Holland Road Suite 772, Virginia Beach. Detail Garage Virginia Beach invites you ALL to our JULY Rides & Coffee! ALL MAKES & MODELS WELCOME! The Coffee Shoppe will be setting Up their breakfast food truck supplying food and coffee! We will provide a Parking Guide to guarantee patrons of the surrounding businesses are taken care of! Please RESPECT THE PARKING LOT!


Sun, Jul 16 - (3rd Sun) Cheeseburgers & Classic Car Cruise in, 2 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Farmer’s Table, 13416 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. Cheeseburgers & Classic Cars is a family event open to all automotive enthusiast. We welcome all Classic Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and Tractors, including show quality restorations to rusty survivors and everything in-between on the 1st Sunday of each month at Cypress creek shopping center! Bring the kids, young and old! no fees or registrations. Please do not park in the front row of the stores - thank you. For outdoor dining, Tailgate, or curbside call 757-357-1717. View our menu on the website and order online at: www.farmerstableofsmithfield.com


Thu, Jul 20 - (3rd Thu) Cruise and Brews, 6:30 pm, Hosted by The Seven Cities Camaro Club, MoMac Brewing Company, 3228 Academy Ave., Portsmouth. Join 7CCC for our cruise in and local beers at MoMac. Food trucks will be available. Every third Thursday at 6:30 pm. If you're going to drink, drink responsibly. No Burnouts or any other Childish Shenanigans.


Sat, Jul 22 - (4th Sat) Cars & Coffee Norfolk, 9 - 11:00 am, Norfolk Uno Pizzeria & Grill, JANAF Shopping Center, Military Hwy & VA Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Monthly car meet - occurs on 4th and 5th Saturdays of every month. Free coffee and doughnuts! All cars, motorcycles, bicycles, etc. welcome! Park in the back lot (please only take one space). Coffee will be supplied! We'd love to get a food truck to attend, so if you operate one, or know of someone who would be interested, send us a message! Please no: Revving, loud music, burnouts. 


Thu, Jul 27 - (4th Thu) AJ Gators Cruise-in, 6 - 9:00 pm, AJ Gator's Sports Bar & Grill - Fairfield, 5218 Fairfield Shopping Center (corner of Kempsville and Providence Roads), Virginia Beach. Join the Seven Cities Camaro Club and AJ Gators Sports Bar & Grill for a Thursday Night Cruise-in. All Makes & Models are Welcomed! Please park in the designated area marked with the cones. For more info on the Event or the Seven Cities Camaro Club, please message the page or go to www.7citiescamaro.org




UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, ETC.

(scroll down for Club and Regional Motorsports Events) 


Sat, Jul 8 - Annual Summer Sizzle All Makes and Models Car Show, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Hosted by The Mustang Club of Tidewater, Cavalier Ford Chesapeake Square, 4021 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. The Mustang Club of Tidewater will hold our Annual Summer Sizzle All Makes and Models Car Show on July 8th, 2023, hosted by the MCT sponsor, Cavalier Ford Chesapeake Square. We happily welcome all years, makes and models of passenger cars, trucks, and motorcycles to participate in this show. This is a family friendly event, so feel free to bring the kids so they can enjoy the show! Registration will be on site and is $25.00 + two cans of non-perishable food per vehicle. The food will be donated to a local food bank, so please be generous. There is no charge for spectators, who will be directed to parking adjacent to the show vehicle parking area. This is a Judged Show, with categories determined by the number and types of vehicles that enter the show, with 25 trophies awarded across the categories. There will be 4 top awards for Best in Show, Dealer’s Choice, VFW VA District 2 Choice and Best Club Participation. Vendor spaces are available for a $25.00 fee. This allows you space for a 10x10 shelter and table setup, along the front of the show lot. This is a very busy show so vendors are urged to attend. Email mustangcluboftidewater67@yahoo.com for more information. There will be hot dogs and chips provided by Cavalier Ford. Other concessions are expected to participate. We will also have a 50/50 Drawing during the show. Click the link to see full details. 

https://www.facebook.com/events/2248759125321278


Sun, Jul 9 - Car Show for Kids, 12 - 5:00 pm, Presented by Mad Mafia, Suffolk Walmart, 1200 N. Main St., Suffolk. Proceeds benefit CHKD. Food Trucks, Vendors, Games & More. Come for the cars, stay for the charity. We putting the pedal to the metal for a great cause! Pre-registration is now open until June 30th, $15. Click the link https://square.link/u/te1wXfJf 


Sun, Jul 9 - Summer Showdown - Not Just Another Car Show, 3:30 – 8:30 pm, 3312 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. The Summer Showdown returns after years in hibernation for a wacky and fun charity event at Landstown commons! THIS WILL BE A DAYTIME JUDGED CAR SHOW AND A SEPARATE JUDGED "LIGHT THE NIGHT" EVENT. Join us as we celebrate the widest variety of Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Slingshots, Side by Sides, Golf Carts, Toys, Bikes, and custom builds ever seen at Landstown! This will be an all years, makes, and models event with awards. Portion of proceeds will benefit the Southeastern Food Bank. We will be accepting all non-perishable food items for the food bank. Proceeds will also benefit the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads as we work on improved events for all of our attendees. This event is hosted by 757 Auto Events, ClearShine -Virginia, and the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads. Pre-registration saves you money! $21 Car Show Registration ($25), $16 Sun Bum Registration (non-judged) ($20), $40 vendor spots 10x10 and display vehicle, $20 Non-profit space 10X10 space.


Sat, Jul 22 - Summer Dripp Car show and Bass off, 10:00 am, brought to you by Jaw Droppers and Team Hertz Feelings, 16034 Scotts factory Rd., Smithfield. CATEGORIES: Best in show, Best Jeep, Best Truck, Best Theme, Best Luxury, Best Slingshot, Best Lowrider, Best His/Her's, Best Chevy, King or Queen of Mopar, Best Interior, Best I.C.E, Rev contest. 


Sun, Jul 23 - Hepcats and Hotrods 3 - Light the Night Car and Light Show, 4 – 9:00 pm, Landstown Commons, 3312 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Join 757 Auto Events, Hepcat Honeys, ClearShine Virginia, and Landstown Commons for an evening of fun, competition, wild builds, and lights! Proceeds benefit Mental Health/Suicide Awareness charity and the Technical Training Scholarship! Registration: $20 for Car and Light show, $10 for "Street Meet" (non-judged), Vendors $35 for 10 X 10 Space and Display Vehicle, Non Profits $20 for 10 X 10 Space. 50-50 Raffle, Silent Auction.


Sat, Sep 9 - 2nd Annual Patriot Classic - Custom Car Show, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, 4853 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Join 757 Auto Events as we team up with Rollin' with the Knights, and the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads to bring an awesome all makes and models event! We are returning to Church of the Ascension! Proceeds Benefit Charity! Family fun, Coloring Contest, Food truck, Silent auction, Judged car show, 50/50 Raffle - All proceeds for 50/50 will be donated to Charity. $25 entry with 2 canned goods, $21 Pre-registration. 


Sat, Sep 23 - Elizabeth Lodge #34 Car Show, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, 7001 Granby St., Norfolk. Elizabeth Lodge #34 is proud to sponsor the 20th Annual Shine and Show Before the Snow Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show, September 23, 2023 at Norfolk Masonic Temple, 9 am til 3 pm, 7001 Granby Street, Norfolk, Va. 23505 (beside Granby High School). Open to all makes, models and years of cars, trucks and motorcycles. Goodie bags and dash plaques Peoples Choice Awards $25.00 registration (day of show) $20.00 Pre-registration. For info call Larry @ (757)409-0112 or e-mail mae52@mail.com  Vendors, crafters and garage sale spaces available. 




CLUB RACING/AUTOCROSS(AX, or SOLO)/HI-PERF DRIVERS EDUCATION(HPDE)/TIME TRIALS/ROAD RALLY


Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) - Old Dominion Region

Part of the SCCA's Southeast Division (SEDiv), which consists of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Our Region includes all the cities in the Hampton Roads area as well as several surrounding cities. We primarily host two types of events: Solo (Auto Cross) and Road Rally.

www.odr-scca.org

Schedule (Date / Event / Location): 

Sun, Jul 9 / AX / Langley Speedway

*Sat-Sun, Aug 5-6 / VA v NC Joint Event w/ NCR-SCCA + more! / NCCAR 

*Sat, Sep 16 / Joint Event w/ VMSC / VMP 

* These joint events at Cherry Point, NCCAR and VMP are provisional points events, but subject to change: we're working hard to get local sites, and hope to hold a full 2023 season locally in Hampton Roads! 



Tidewater Sports Car Club (TSCC)

Founded in Norfolk Virginia in 1953, TSCC has a strong foundation within the local Hampton Roads autocross community and surrounding areas. Our autocross season runs from March through November with championship series events typically taking place on the 3rd Sunday of the month. We usually host a novice autocross school early in the season on the Saturday before our Sunday event. This is a great opportunity for new participants to get involved with autocross. We also host higher speed time trials at regional tracks such as North Carolina Center for Automotive Research.

www.tidewatersportscarclub.com

Schedule (Date / Event / Location): 2023 

Sun, Jul 2 / AX / Virginia Motorsport Park

Sun, Aug 6 / AX / VMP

Sun, Sep 17 / AX / VMP

Sun, Oct 29 / AX / VMP

Sun, Nov 19 / AX / VMP

Sat-Sun, Dec 9-10 / HPDE / VIR



Hampton Roads Kart Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Since 1971, over 45 years, HRKC has been bringing go-kart racing to young and old alike on Sunday mornings at Langley Speedway.

http://www.hrkc.com/schedule/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023

Fri, Jun 30 / Race #6

Fri, Jul 7 / Race #7

Fri, Jul 14 / WWFreaky Friday - Wing Champ Only

Sun, Jul 16 / Race #8



Langley Drift Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Local Drifters planning and running drift events at Langley Speedway

https://langley-speedway.com/langley-drift-club/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Fri-Sat, Jul 28-29

Sun, Sep 10

Fri-Sat, Oct 20-21

?, Nov



National Auto Sport Association (NASA) Mid-Atlantic

Founded in 2000, we are an autosport events company servicing the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Our goal is to provide a variety of legal, organized, safety-minded road-racing and education-based high-performance driving experiences for as many sports car enthusiasts as possible.

www.nasaracing.net

Schedule (Date / Event / Location): 2023 

Fri-Sun, Jul 21-23 / Pitt Race (Combo event w/ NASA Great Lakes)

Fri-Sun, Aug 18-20 / Thunderbolt, NJMP (Combo event w/ NASA NorthEast)

Thu-Sun, Sep 7-10 / Pitt Race - NASA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Fri-Sun, Oct 20-22 / VIR Full Course

Sat-Sun, Nov 11-12 / Summit Point Main (HPDE and TT only)




REGIONAL AUTO RACING/MOTORSPORTS


Larry King Law's Langley Speedway 

11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

America's Oldest Consecutively Running Short Track! Three Time Recipient of the NASCAR Hometrack Achievement Award.

http://www.langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Wed, Jun 28 / Wacky Wednesdays King of the Hill, 6:00 pm Gates Open, 7:00 pm Drivers Meeting

Sat, Jul 1 / Fireworks and Weekly Racing, 7:00 pm

Wed, Jul 5 / Wacky Wednesday, 6:00 pm Gates Open, 7:00 pm Drivers Meeting

Sat, Jul 8 / Weekly Racing, 7:00 pm

Wed, Jul 12 / Wacky Wednesday, 6:00 pm Gates Open, 7:00 pm Drivers Meeting

Sat, Jul 15 / Southern Ground Pounders/Weekly Racing, 7:00 pm



Bill Sawyer's Virginia Motor Speedway

4426 Tidewater Trail, Jamaica, VA

A 1/2-mile clay surface with 14-degree banking in both corners and 4 degrees on the front and back stretch. Divisions: Victory Lap Late Model, Truckin Thunder Sportsman, Budweiser Modifieds, Limited Stock Car, Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, World of Outlaws Late Models, World of Outlaws Sprint Cars, and mud bogs. Virginia Motor Speedway runs on select Saturday nights April through the first week of October, Closed on RIR NASCAR weekends (check website for schedule of events).

www.vamotorspeedway.com

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Sat, Jul 8 / Virginia Dirt Series Championship weekly racing

Sat, Jul 15 / Virginia Dirt Series Championship weekly racing

Sat, Jul 22 / Virginia Dirt Series Championship weekly racing

Sat, Aug 5 / Modified Mafia $2500 to Win Series



Richmond International Raceway (RIR)

600 East Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA

Known as America's Premier Short Track, RIR offers great night racing action and a commitment to the fan experience. One of the most popular facilities among drivers and fans in all of motorsports, Richmond International Raceway annually hosts two NASCAR Doubleheader weekends, featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series, under the lights on a ¾-mile D-Shaped oval. The unique layout traditionally produces exciting side-by-side racing, yet drivers reach high enough speeds for a superspeedway feel. Combined with first-class amenities and a focus on the fans, guests at Richmond International Raceway can expect to experience what "Racing Perfection" truly is.

http://www.richmondracewaycomplex.com

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Sat, Jul 1 / Days of Smoke Drift Day, US Drift, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 

Sat, Jul 15 / NASCAR Racing Experience, https://www.nascarracingexperience.com/

Sat, Jul 29 / 2023 NASCAR Truck Series Worldwide Express 250, 7:30 pm

Sun, Jul 31 / 2023 NASCAR Cup Series Race, 3:00 PM pm

Sat-Sun, Sep 16-17 / NASCAR Racing Experience, https://www.nascarracingexperience.com/



Dominion Raceway & Entertainment

Exit 118 I-95, 6501 Dominion Raceway Ave., Woodford, VA

Representing a new model for Motorsports facilities and Entertainment venues. Dominion Raceway & Entertainment is a multipurpose facility located on "America's Main Street", I-95. Located between Washington DC and Richmond VA the complex includes: a two-mile road course, a 4/10ths mile paved NASCAR oval, 1/8th mile drag strip, festival concert venue and more. Our 36,600 square foot building includes meeting space, hospitality and a full-service kitchen and bar.

www.dominionraceway.com

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Sat-Sun, Jul 8-9 / DR HPDRE, 7:00 am

Sun, Jul 9 / TrackCross, 8:00 am

Sun, Jul 9 / Track Attack, 4:30 pm 

Sat, Jul 22 / Track Attack, 4:00 pm



Virginia Motorsports Park

Dinwiddie, 8018 Boydton Plank Rd., Petersburg, VA

Built in 1994, a state of the art multi-million dollar facility encompassing 500 acres featuring: Drag Strip, Mud Bog Pit, Truck and Tractor Pull Arena, Motocross facility, and a BMX Track.

https://www.RaceVMP.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Fri-Sat, Jun 30-Jul 1 / Monster Truck Throwdown

Sun, Jul 2 / Tidewater Sports Car Club (TSCC) - AutoCross

Thu-Sun, Jul 6-9 / Triple Threat Bracket Series

Sat-Sun, Jul 15-16 / VP Racing Fuels ET Bracket Series

Sat, Jul 22 / Night of Fire



Virginia International Raceway (VIR)

1245 Pine Tree Road, Alton, VA

Chosen as one of Car & Driver's Top 6 tracks in the nation, Virginia International Raceway is a multi-purpose road racing facility, located on the Dan River between Danville and South Boston, Virginia. VIR hosts a wide range of professional and amateur auto and motorcycle racing and track events and is well established as "America's Motorsport Resort."

http://virnow.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Fri-Sun, Aug 25-27 / IMSA Michelin GT Challenge

Fri, Sep 22-Sun, Oct 1 / SCCA Runoffs

Thu-Sun, Oct 5-8 / SVRA Speed Tour




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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Local Car Happenings in Tidewater Virginia

 


"It might get a l'il wet!"


UPDATED LISTING OF LOCAL MEETS/CRUISE-INS, UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, CLUB & MOTORSPORT EVENTS, AND REGIONAL AUTO RACING 


WEEKLY/MONTHLY CAR MEETS/CRUISE-INS 

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Tue, Jun 20 - Southern Chesapeake Tuesday Night Cruz-in, 5:00 pm, Edinburgh North Shopping Center, Hillcrest Pkwy., Chesapeake. Every Tuesday at 5 pm, Edinburgh Target parking lot, Across from Chick fil-a. Everyone welcome. Bring your ”Cars” to layed back cruz-in. Friendly Folks. 


Tue, Jun 20 - (3rd Tue) Corvettes @ New Realm Brewing, 6 - 9:00 pm, 1209 Craft Ln., Virginia Beach. 3rd Tuesday monthly from 6-9pm. Reserved parking for the first 20 Corvettes. All sports car friends are welcome! Full on-site dine-in menu and expansive beer and spirits selection.


Wed, Jun 21 - 2023 Wednesday Franklin Cruise-In, 4:00 - 7:00 pm, Main Street Parking Lot in front of the Fire Station, downtown Franklin. Mark your calendars for the 2023 Franklin Cruise-In season. Weekly cruise-ins will continue each Wednesday until October 11, 2023. The Franklin Independence Day Celebration with the City of Franklin and Franklin Experience will be on Wednesday, June 28th with fireworks and a live band. The Grand Finale will be on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Looking forward to seeing everyone there. 


Wed, Jun 21 - Doumar's Weekly Cruise in, 6 - 8:00 pm, Hosted by The Mustang and Ford Association of Virginia, Doumar's Cones & Barbecue, 1919 Monticello Ave., Norfolk. We are back at Doumar’s, all are invited! Please join us for some cars at a weekly cruise-in every Wednesday night. They are open during these hours, so enjoy all the great eats and drinks they provide, including their amazing ice cream and handmade cones! Be kind, clean up after yourselves, no excessive revving, and no burnouts and do not speed off when leaving their parking lot. 


Thu, Jun 22 - Thursday Night Cruise-In at the DQ, 3:00 pm - ?, 4024 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. So if you're not doing anything on Thursday afternoons get those cars out and come up to DQ. You can go in and order food and bring it out to eat. Make sure you bring a chair because they've taken the tables and chairs in. People start getting there around 2:00 and hang out for 3-4 hours or so. The weather is starting to get nice and there's not a whole lot of places we can go. This is one of the few places we can. 


Thu, Jun 22 - (4th Thu) AJ Gators Cruise-in, 6 - 9:00 pm, AJ Gator's Sports Bar & Grill - Fairfield, 5218 Fairfield Shopping Center (corner of Kempsville and Providence Roads), Virginia Beach. Join the Seven Cities Camaro Club and AJ Gators Sports Bar & Grill for a Thursday Night Cruise-in. All Makes & Models are Welcomed! Please park in the designated area marked with the cones. For more info on the Event or the Seven Cities Camaro Club, please message the page or go to www.7citiescamaro.org


Thu, Jun 22 - Colonial Car Scene Thursday Night Meet, 7 - 10:00 pm, (New Spot) Bruster's real ice cream, 5289 John Tyler Hwy., Williamsburg. Keep in mind that being around in ice cream establishment there are going to be children so please remain respectful! Hope to see you all out there this week. Respect the spot. No Revving - No Burnouts - No Loud Music. Pick-up after yourself. 


Fri, Jun 23 - Friday Night Hardee's Cruise-Ins, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hardee's at 7007 George Washington Hwy (Route 17), Gloucester. We will be having Friday Night Cruise-ins from 4-8 pm. At this time, the restaurant is open for take-out orders only. Come on out and see some cool cars and hang out with other car folks.


Fri, Jun 23 - Let's Talk Cars Friday Night Cruise-in, 5:00 pm - Dusk, Main Street Shopping Center, 6920 Main St., Gloucester. Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers hold a weekly cruise in (weather permitting) from April through October. All years, makes and models welcome. Family Freindly Fun, Music, and Car Talk. Cruiser of the week award presented 30 minutes before dusk. Free for everyone, donations are appreciated and benefit CHKD. 


Sat, Jun 24 - Cars n Coffee, 7 - 9:00 am, Hosted by Tidewater Mopar Club (TMC), Heritage Amish Bake Shoppe, next to the Old VB Farmer's Market, 3600 Dam Neck Rd., Virginia Beach. The Bakery may or mayn't have Coffee so it is advised to bring your own.


Sat, Jun 24 – Great Bridge Cars ‘n’ Coffee, 8 – 10:00 am, Great Bridge United Methodist Church, 201 Stadium Dr., Chesapeake. Cars ‘n’ Coffee at GBUMC! Open to all, just a morning of cars and conversation. The Great Bridge Ruritan Club will be offering a fund-raising breakfast.  


Sat, Jun 24 - (4th Sat) Cars & Coffee Norfolk, 9 - 11:00 am, Norfolk Uno Pizzeria & Grill, JANAF Shopping Center, Military Hwy & VA Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Monthly car meet - occurs on 4th and 5th Saturdays of every month. Free coffee and doughnuts! All cars, motorcycles, bicycles, etc. welcome! Park in the back lot (please only take one space). Coffee will be supplied! We'd love to get a food truck to attend, so if you operate one, or know of someone who would be interested, send us a message! Please no: Revving, loud music, burnouts. 


Sat, Jun 24 - Suffolk Hardee's Cruise in, 2 - 6:00 pm, Hardee's Drive-In, Pruden Blvd., Suffolk. Every Saturday Weekly gathering of car enthusiasts at Hardee's in Suffolk. Get those hot rods out and come see some cool cars and have a great time hanging out with friends. If it's cold, we hangout inside.


Sat, Jun 24 - Landstown Commons Customs and Classics Cruise Ins, 4 - 8:00 pm, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3312 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Join the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads every Saturday starting April 1 through October 28 for Custom Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Bicycles, Toys, and vehicles of all varieties. Live DJ, local eateries, the best shopping, family fun, and community. Free to spectate and $3 donation to display your vehicle in the show lot. Spring and Summer hours 4-8 PM and Fall Hours shift to 3-7 PM. 


Sat, Jun 24 – Classic Cruisers Car Club Cruise-In, 4:30 - 8:00 pm, Coastal Community Church, 101 Village Ave., Yorktown. It is open to all years, all makes, and all models. If it’s cool, bring it. It is only a $2.00 donation to show your vehicle. There is no admission fee for spectators. All cruise-in donations are donated to local charities. It is a great place to listen to some great tunes played by our DJs, look at some great rides, see your old friends, and make some new ones. For more information about the cruise-ins, go to our website at http://www.ccccva.com or our Classic Cruisers Car Club Facebook page. You can also contact Kathy Jefferson 757-871-7666 


Sat, Jun 24 - Fort Monroe Cruise In, 5 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. With the cooler weather, we are using the bigger lot with the light poles. All makes and models welcome. Kid and pet friendly. Please use the parking spots, as intended. As always, no revving, burnouts, loud music, etc. Please dispose of all trash in the dumpster. This is across from a police station, so mind your manners when entering/leaving. Speed limit is 25mph on all of Fort Monroe. Come hang out! 


Sat, Jun 24 - Summer Socials, 3 - 6:00 pm, by Team Ultraspeed Worldwide, Recovery Sports Grill, 1672 Sentinel Dr., Chesapeake. Join us for our 3rd Summer Socials installment and enjoy an afternoon of fun, food, drinks and amazing cars! We will have vendors on-site so be sure to check them out and stop by the Ultraspeed tent and say hello!


Sat, Jun 24 - (2nd & 4th Sat) Winston's Raw Bar and Grill Cruise-in, 4:30 - ?pm, 1620 Cedar Rd., Chesapeake. Come on out to Winston's cruise in! Whatever you drive, come show us what you got. Classic car / truck, roadster, muscle car, motorcycle, etc. 


Tue, Jun 27 - Southern Chesapeake Tuesday Night Cruz-in, 5:00 pm, Edinburgh North Shopping Center, Hillcrest Pkwy., Chesapeake. Every Tuesday at 5 pm, Edinburgh Target parking lot, Across from Chick fil-a. Everyone welcome. Bring your ”Cars” to layed back cruz-in. Friendly Folks. 


Tue, Jun 27 - Topless Tuesday Jeep Takeover, 5:30 - 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N., Chesapeake. Topless Tuesday is every other Tuesday at The Garage! FIRST 10 Jeeps will receive $5 off their bill!  Line up your jeeps on our grass, and overflow can go into parking spaces. Food truck rotating every week. (Check our website for more info!) Rain or Shine. We won't judge you if you aren't.... Topless. Check out our website for the current food truck! 


Sat, Jul 1 - (1st Sat) Cars & Coffee Virginia Beach, 7 - 11:00 am, Virginia Beach Sports Center parking lot, 1045 19th St., Virginia Beach. Welcome to Cars & Coffee Virginia Beach, sponsored by Java Surf® Café & Espresso Bar. The first Saturday of every nice weather month. (Gates open by 6:30) Since 2005, Cars & Coffee VB has been a constantly growing, laid back, family friendly, all vehicle style event. Are you normally busy on Saturdays with a list of honey-do's or family commitments? Well that's perfectly fine because you can be back home before your spouse is even up. You don't need a fancy car to come and enjoy your car hobby and still enjoy the rest of your day. https://www.carsandcoffeevb.com/ 


Sat, Jul 1 - (1st Sat) MPCC cars and coffee, 8:30 - 11:00 am, Eggheads Diner, 1785 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Gloucester Point. Join the Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers for Cars and Coffee first Saturday of each month at the Gloucester Point Shopping Center. All cars are welcome and admission is free!


Sat, Jul 1 - (1st Sat) Chili-Dog Cruz-In, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Nasemond Masonic Lodge #77, 5681 Lee Farm Ln., Suffolk. Mark your calendar and join us again this year for Cool Cars, Good friends, and Tasty Chili Dogs. Every 1st Saturday at Nasemond Lodge. Cars, Bikes, and Chili Dogs. A great way to spend a couple of hours with old friends and new. EVERYONE WELCOME! Chili Dog Combo $6.00 


Sun, Jul 2 - (1st Sun) Cheeseburgers & Classic Car Cruise in, 2 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Farmer’s Table, 13416 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. Cheeseburgers & Classic Cars is a family event open to all automotive enthusiast. We welcome all Classic Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and Tractors, including show quality restorations to rusty survivors and everything in-between on the 1st Sunday of each month at Cypress creek shopping center! Bring the kids, young and old! no fees or registrations. Please do not park in the front row of the stores - thank you. For outdoor dining, Tailgate, or curbside call 757-357-1717. View our menu on the website and order online at: www.farmerstableofsmithfield.com


Thu, Jul 6 - (1st Thu) Cars 'n' Chicken Cruise-in, 7 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Seven Cities Camaro Club, Wild Wing Café, 1437 Sam's Drive, Chesapeake. Come join us on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month. Come spend your Friday Eve at Cars 'n' Chicken, and join us on the patio for chicken and entertainment. All makes, years, and models encouraged to attend. Help support local charities by coming and spending some money on chicken. End of year proceeds are donated to the local charities supported by the Seven Cities Camaro Club. This is an organized and laid-back event with amazing food and company so come on out, show your ride, and get yourself an amazing dinner. 


Fri, Jul 7 - (1st Fri) Smithfield Ruritans 1st Fridays Cruise-Ins, 5 - 8:00 pm, Luter Sports Complex, 900 West Main St., Smithfield. The Smithfield Ruritan Club will be starting their 1st Friday cruise-ins on April 7 from 5-8 pm at Luter Sports Complex, 900 W. Main Street (Route 258), Smithfield. We will be doing them on the first Friday of every month through October. Hope to see you out here.


Fri, Jul 7 - NK Cruisers Cruise In, 6 - 9:00 pm, Rosie's Lot 7, 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy., New Kent. NK Cruisers meet the 1st and 3rd Friday from April-October. NK Cruisers, a local car enthusiast and cruise-in group bringing the car community together between Richmond and Williamsburg. The focus is New Kent, Charles City, and Lanexa but we welcome all folks from all areas. All years, makes, models, years, cars, truck, motorcycles, golf carts, boats, tractors, and trailered vehicles always welcome. Inclement weather cancels. For more information email: nkcruisers@gmail.com and NK Cruisers Facebook page for announcements and information. 


Sat, Jul 8 - Cars and Coffee Chesapeake, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, Sonic Drive-In, 1600 Cedar Rd., Chesapeake. Team Ultraspeed and Sonic Restaurant are teaming up to bring you one of the best car meets in the area! Join us for a community gathering of the most beautiful cars from around town. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee or your favorite Sonic foods while admiring a variety of amazing cars from different makes, models, and eras. Chat with other car lovers, exchange tips, and share your experiences over a delicious breakfast or lunch. Mark your calendars and we'll see you there! 


Sat, Jul 8 - (2nd Sat) Cars & Coffee Newport News, 9 - 11:00 am, Village Square Shopping Center, 5007 Victory Blvd., Yorktown. Car enthusiasts of all kinds are welcome! Family friendly. This is an informal cruise-in for enthusiast of all makes, models and years, cars and trucks the second Saturday each month from to talk cars and share a cup of coffee. Note: Coffee and tables available at Uno on the patio. Rainout date is always the next Sunday with good weather. Please follow this short, but strongly enforced set of rules: No revving, no Burnouts, no loud music, no parking in loading/fire zones, no double parking. Please be respectful of everyone most of all. 


Sat, Jul 8 - (2nd Sat) Outkasts Society | Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lucky Cup Coffee, 901 Chimney Hill Shopping Center, Holland Rd., Virginia Beach. We have partnered up with Lucky Cup Coffee to bring you a Cars and Coffee every second Saturday even when it’s cold out, bring them jackets out and enjoy a delicious cup of hot coffee!!! And as always food pantry items and book, take one leave one no questions asked. 


Sun, Jul 9 - Wheels & Waffles July Meet, 8:30 - 11:30 am, Priority Toyota Chesapeake, 1800 Greenbrier Pkwy., Chesapeake. Come join us for our June Wheels and Waffles VA meet. Come out, walk around, enjoy some coffee, yummy food trucks, neat raffles, music, and check out the sweet rides. Bring your classics, exotics, imports, muscles, trucks, jeeps, bikes, and golf carts to show! No burnouts, loud music, or loud revving.


Sun, Jul 9 - (2nd Sun) Boost & Brunch Newport News, 8:30 - 11:00 am, 12515 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. All makes and models welcomed. Calling all car enthusiasts to share and view cars then grab some human fuel at Donatos as well as some free giveaways from United Wireless. Sponsored by: United Wireless T-Mobile, Skyline Sports Club of Virginia, Art of imagery, Sweet Frogs, Donatos Pizza. RESPECT THE SPOT! NO SPEEDING, BURN OUTS, ETC. Don't forget to tag us in your shots! @boostandbrunch on Instagram & follow for updates. Thanks for coming out and sharing your rides with everyone!


Wed, Jul 12 - Corvette Takeover!, 6 - 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N., Chesapeake. Calling all Corvette owners! Come meet up with the members of "Beachcombers Corvette Owners of Virginia" and enjoy 10% off your beer while checking out all the other Vettes! Rotating food trucks each month, check out our website for an updated list!


Thu, Jul 13 - (2nd Thu) Team NvUS: Crews & Brews @TGB, 5:30 – 8:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N., Chesapeake. Every 2nd Thursday, Designated parking outside and one vehicle parked inside! Team NvUS is a WorldWide Car Club that was established in 2011. The team focuses on maintaining that family atmosphere amongst enthusiasts, all while showcasing quality vehicles at many High Exposure Shows and Charity Shows/Events. All Team NvUS Members are shown with an "NvUS" banner on their car. Virginia 757 Chapter is just one of 4 Chapters in Virginia and also one of over 200 chapters worldwide. 


Sat, Jul 15 - (3rd Sat) C4 Cruise-In, 8 - 9:30 am, River Oak Church, 255 Great Bridge Blvd., Chesapeake. Owners and lookers welcome, it’s all free – free to show, free to look, free to eat, (donuts & coffee). Talk cars, show off your ride and meet other’s that share the same love. All rides are welcome – imports, exotics, trucks, bikes (any vintage, old or new), tractors, customs tuners, off-road, whatever! If you can get it here we’ll enjoy it. We start early, (8:00 am), and we end early, (9:30 am), before the heat of the day, so you have plenty of your Saturday left to do other shows, polish off your honey-do list, or whatever your Saturday looks like!


Sat, Jul 15 - (3rd Sat) Cars & Coffee Williamsburg, 9 - 11:30 am, The Tipsy Beans Café ( www.tipsybeanscafe.com ), 1430 High Street, Williamsburg. C & C Williamsburg is an informal gathering of people with a passion for automobiles. This venue along with the great coffee and treats at The Tipsy Beans Cafe is a winning combination and we look forward to meeting there the third Saturday of every month from 9-11:30 am. Patronize Tipsy Beans Café and stay for lunch at any of the great dining options at High Street. Gentleman and Ladies…start your engines! See you Saturday!


Sat, Jul 15 - GenRight 4x4 Meet-up, 10:00 am, Hotrodders Cafe, 1457 Mount Pleasant Rd., Ste. 109, Chesapeake. A great event to come and hang out with some local jeepers/off-roaders and check out some awesome jeeps, talk about your build, and any upcoming wheeling trips. Oh, and the food is always good! 


Sun, Jul 16 - Rides & Coffee JULY!, 8 – 11:00 am, Detail Garage (Virginia Beach, VA), 4239 Holland Road Suite 772, Virginia Beach. Detail Garage Virginia Beach invites you ALL to our JULY Rides & Coffee! ALL MAKES & MODELS WELCOME! The Coffee Shoppe will be setting Up their breakfast food truck supplying food and coffee! We will provide a Parking Guide to guarantee patrons of the surrounding businesses are taken care of! Please RESPECT THE PARKING LOT!


Sun, Jul 16 - (3rd Sun) Cheeseburgers & Classic Car Cruise in, 2 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Farmer’s Table, 13416 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. Cheeseburgers & Classic Cars is a family event open to all automotive enthusiast. We welcome all Classic Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and Tractors, including show quality restorations to rusty survivors and everything in-between on the 1st Sunday of each month at Cypress creek shopping center! Bring the kids, young and old! no fees or registrations. Please do not park in the front row of the stores - thank you. For outdoor dining, Tailgate, or curbside call 757-357-1717. View our menu on the website and order online at: www.farmerstableofsmithfield.com


Thu, Jul 20 - (3rd Thu) Cruise and Brews, 6:30 pm, Hosted by The Seven Cities Camaro Club, MoMac Brewing Company, 3228 Academy Ave., Portsmouth. Join 7CCC for our cruise in and local beers at MoMac. Food trucks will be available. Every third Thursday at 6:30 pm. If you're going to drink, drink responsibly. No Burnouts or any other Childish Shenanigans.




UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, ETC.

(scroll down for Club and Regional Motorsports Events) 


Sat, Jun 24 - 3rd annual Cars for Chris car show, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Williamsburg-Jamestown Airport, 100 Marclay Drive, Williamsburg. Join us for our 3rd annual Cars for Chris car show at the Williamsburg-Jamestown Airport. Open to all makes, models, years - cars, trucks & motorcycles. Show field opens at 8:00 AM. $20 pre-registration prior to June 15, 2023, $25 at the event, spectators are free! Trophies awarded for Top 20, Best in Show, Best Paint, Best Engine, Best Interior, and Most Unique. We had over 100 registered cars last year! 50/50 raffle, Food trucks and restaurant, Police Department, Fire Department, safe driving demonstrations, DJ and more! Proceeds go to the Christopher King Foundation in memory of Christopher who was killed in a car crash shortly after graduating high school. Since then, the King family has worked tirelessly to promote safe driving for teens. Funds are used for Drive Safe Hampton Roads programs; Get it Together seat belt campaign, and 757 Sober Rides over holiday weekends, and also for community outreach and education for teens and young adults. Contact Christy King, (757) 645-6359 for car show questions and sponsorship opportunities. Email: christopherkingfoundation@gmail.com  Web Site: http://christopherkingfoundation.com


Sat, Jun 24 - Rollin Legends Car Show, 11:00 am , Paradise Pizzeria, 2900 Airline Blvd., Portsmouth. Come one, come all! Motorcycles, Trucks, Classics, Under construction vehicles, Tuners. Motorcycles $15; Cars $20. Proceeds for "Shoes That Fit" Charity. 


Sat, Jul 8 - Annual Summer Sizzle All Makes and Models Car Show, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Hosted by The Mustang Club of Tidewater, Cavalier Ford Chesapeake Square, 4021 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. The Mustang Club of Tidewater will hold our Annual Summer Sizzle All Makes and Models Car Show on July 8th, 2023, hosted by the MCT sponsor, Cavalier Ford Chesapeake Square. We happily welcome all years, makes and models of passenger cars, trucks, and motorcycles to participate in this show. This is a family friendly event, so feel free to bring the kids so they can enjoy the show! Registration will be on site and is $25.00 + two cans of non-perishable food per vehicle. The food will be donated to a local food bank, so please be generous. There is no charge for spectators, who will be directed to parking adjacent to the show vehicle parking area. This is a Judged Show, with categories determined by the number and types of vehicles that enter the show, with 25 trophies awarded across the categories. There will be 4 top awards for Best in Show, Dealer’s Choice, VFW VA District 2 Choice and Best Club Participation. Vendor spaces are available for a $25.00 fee. This allows you space for a 10x10 shelter and table setup, along the front of the show lot. This is a very busy show so vendors are urged to attend. Email mustangcluboftidewater67@yahoo.com for more information. There will be hot dogs and chips provided by Cavalier Ford. Other concessions are expected to participate. We will also have a 50/50 Drawing during the show. Click the link to see full details. 

https://www.facebook.com/events/2248759125321278


Sun, Jul 9 - Car Show for Kids, 12 - 5:00 pm, Presented by Mad Mafia, Suffolk Walmart, 1200 N. Main St., Suffolk. Proceeds benefit CHKD. Food Trucks, Vendors, Games & More. Come for the cars, stay for the charity. We putting the pedal to the metal for a great cause! Pre-registration is now open until June 30th, $15. Click the link https://square.link/u/te1wXfJf 


Sun, Jul 9 - Summer Showdown - Not Just Another Car Show, 3:30 – 8:30 pm, 3312 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. The Summer Showdown returns after years in hibernation for a wacky and fun charity event at Landstown commons! THIS WILL BE A DAYTIME JUDGED CAR SHOW AND A SEPARATE JUDGED "LIGHT THE NIGHT" EVENT. Join us as we celebrate the widest variety of Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Slingshots, Side by Sides, Golf Carts, Toys, Bikes, and custom builds ever seen at Landstown! This will be an all years, makes, and models event with awards. Portion of proceeds will benefit the Southeastern Food Bank. We will be accepting all non-perishable food items for the food bank. Proceeds will also benefit the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads as we work on improved events for all of our attendees. This event is hosted by 757 Auto Events, ClearShine -Virginia, and the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads. Pre-registration saves you money! $21 Car Show Registration ($25), $16 Sun Bum Registration (non-judged) ($20), $40 vendor spots 10x10 and display vehicle, $20 Non-profit space 10X10 space.


Sat, Jul 22 - Summer's Dripp Car show and Bass off, 10:00 am, brought to you by Jaw Droppers and Team Hertz Feelings, 16034 Scotts factory Rd., Smithfield. CATEGORIES: Best in show, Best Jeep, Best Truck, Best Theme, Best Luxury, Best Slingshot, Best Lowrider, Best His/Her's, Best Chevy, King or Queen of Mopar, Best Interior, Best I.C.E, Rev contest. 


Sun, Jul 23 - Hepcats and Hotrods 3 - Light the Night Car and Light Show, 4 – 9:00 pm, Landstown Commons, 3312 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Join 757 Auto Events, Hepcat Honeys, ClearShine Virginia, and Landstown Commons for an evening of fun, competition, wild builds, and lights! Proceeds benefit Mental Health/Suicide Awareness charity and the Technical Training Scholarship! Registration: $20 for Car and Light show, $10 for "Street Meet" (non-judged), Vendors $35 for 10 X 10 Space and Display Vehicle, Non Profits $20 for 10 X 10 Space. 50-50 Raffle, Silent Auction.


Sat, Sep 9 - 2nd Annual Patriot Classic - Custom Car Show, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, 4853 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Join 757 Auto Events as we team up with Rollin' with the Knights, and the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads to bring an awesome all makes and models event! We are returning to Church of the Ascension! Proceeds Benefit Charity! Family fun, Coloring Contest, Food truck, Silent auction, Judged car show, 50/50 Raffle - All proceeds for 50/50 will be donated to Charity. $25 entry with 2 canned goods, $21 Pre-registration. 


Sat, Sep 23 - Elizabeth Lodge #34 Car Show, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, 7001 Granby St., Norfolk. Elizabeth Lodge #34 is proud to sponsor the 20th Annual Shine and Show Before the Snow Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show, September 23, 2023 at Norfolk Masonic Temple, 9 am til 3 pm, 7001 Granby Street, Norfolk, Va. 23505 (beside Granby High School). Open to all makes, models and years of cars, trucks and motorcycles. Goodie bags and dash plaques Peoples Choice Awards $25.00 registration (day of show) $20.00 Pre-registration. For info call Larry @ (757)409-0112 or e-mail mae52@mail.com  Vendors, crafters and garage sale spaces available. 




CLUB RACING/AUTOCROSS(AX, or SOLO)/HI-PERF DRIVERS EDUCATION(HPDE)/TIME TRIALS/ROAD RALLY


Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) - Old Dominion Region

Part of the SCCA's Southeast Division (SEDiv), which consists of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Our Region includes all the cities in the Hampton Roads area as well as several surrounding cities. We primarily host two types of events: Solo (Auto Cross) and Road Rally.

www.odr-scca.org

Schedule (Date / Event / Location): 

Sun, Jun 25 / AX / Langley Speedway

Sun, Jul 9 / AX / Langley Speedway

*Sat-Sun, Aug 5-6 / VA v NC Joint Event w/ NCR-SCCA + more! / NCCAR 

*Sat, Sep 16 / Joint Event w/ VMSC / VMP 

* These joint events at Cherry Point, NCCAR and VMP are provisional points events, but subject to change: we're working hard to get local sites, and hope to hold a full 2023 season locally in Hampton Roads! 



Tidewater Sports Car Club (TSCC)

Founded in Norfolk Virginia in 1953, TSCC has a strong foundation within the local Hampton Roads autocross community and surrounding areas. Our autocross season runs from March through November with championship series events typically taking place on the 3rd Sunday of the month. We usually host a novice autocross school early in the season on the Saturday before our Sunday event. This is a great opportunity for new participants to get involved with autocross. We also host higher speed time trials at regional tracks such as North Carolina Center for Automotive Research.

www.tidewatersportscarclub.com

Schedule (Date / Event / Location): 2023 

Sun, Jul 2 / AX / VMP

Sun, Aug 6 / AX / VMP

Sun, Sep 17 / AX / VMP

Sun, Oct 29 / AX / VMP

Sun, Nov 19 / AX / VMP

Sat-Sun, Dec 9-10 / HPDE / VIR



Hampton Roads Kart Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Since 1971, over 45 years, HRKC has been bringing go-kart racing to young and old alike on Sunday mornings at Langley Speedway.

http://www.hrkc.com/schedule/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023

Fri, Jun 23 / Race #5

Fri, Jun 30 / Race #6

Fri, Jul 7 / Race #7

Fri, Jul 14 / WWFreaky Friday - Wing Champ Only

Sun, Jul 16 / Race #8



Langley Drift Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Local Drifters planning and running drift events at Langley Speedway

https://langley-speedway.com/langley-drift-club/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Fri-Sat, Jul 28-29

Sun, Sep 10

Fri-Sat, Oct 20-21

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National Auto Sport Association (NASA) Mid-Atlantic

Founded in 2000, we are an autosport events company servicing the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Our goal is to provide a variety of legal, organized, safety-minded road-racing and education-based high-performance driving experiences for as many sports car enthusiasts as possible.

www.nasaracing.net

Schedule (Date / Event / Location): 2023 

Sat-Sun, Jun 24-25 / Summit Point Main

Fri-Sun, Jul 21-23 / Pitt Race (Combo event w/ NASA Great Lakes)

Fri-Sun, Aug 18-20 / Thunderbolt, NJMP (Combo event w/ NASA NorthEast)

Thu-Sun, Sep 7-10 / Pitt Race - NASA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Fri-Sun, Oct 20-22 / VIR Full Course

Sat-Sun, Nov 11-12 / Summit Point Main (HPDE and TT only)




REGIONAL AUTO RACING/MOTORSPORTS


Larry King Law's Langley Speedway 

11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

America's Oldest Consecutively Running Short Track! Three Time Recipient of the NASCAR Hometrack Achievement Award.

http://www.langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Wed, Jun 21 / Wacky Wednesday, 6:00 pm Gates Open, 7:00 pm Drivers Meeting

Sat, Jun 24 / Weekly Racing, 7:00 pm

Wed, Jun 28 / Wacky Wednesday, 6:00 pm Gates Open, 7:00 pm Drivers Meeting

Sat, Jul 1 / Weekly Racing, 7:00 pm



Bill Sawyer's Virginia Motor Speedway

4426 Tidewater Trail, Jamaica, VA

A 1/2-mile clay surface with 14-degree banking in both corners and 4 degrees on the front and back stretch. Divisions: Victory Lap Late Model, Truckin Thunder Sportsman, Budweiser Modifieds, Limited Stock Car, Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, World of Outlaws Late Models, World of Outlaws Sprint Cars, and mud bogs. Virginia Motor Speedway runs on select Saturday nights April through the first week of October, Closed on RIR NASCAR weekends (check website for schedule of events).

www.vamotorspeedway.com

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Sat, Jun 24 / Virginia Dirt Series Championship weekly racing

Sat, Jul 8 / Virginia Dirt Series Championship weekly racing

Sat, Jul 15 / Virginia Dirt Series Championship weekly racing

Sat, Jul 22 / Virginia Dirt Series Championship weekly racing



Richmond International Raceway (RIR)

600 East Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA

Known as America's Premier Short Track, RIR offers great night racing action and a commitment to the fan experience. One of the most popular facilities among drivers and fans in all of motorsports, Richmond International Raceway annually hosts two NASCAR Doubleheader weekends, featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series, under the lights on a ¾-mile D-Shaped oval. The unique layout traditionally produces exciting side-by-side racing, yet drivers reach high enough speeds for a superspeedway feel. Combined with first-class amenities and a focus on the fans, guests at Richmond International Raceway can expect to experience what "Racing Perfection" truly is.

http://www.richmondracewaycomplex.com

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Sat, Jul 1 / Days of Smoke Drift Day, US Drift, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 

Sat, Jul 15 / NASCAR Racing Experience, https://www.nascarracingexperience.com/

Sat, Jul 29 / 2023 NASCAR Truck Series Worldwide Express 250, 7:30 pm

Sun, Jul 31 / 2023 NASCAR Cup Series Race, 3:00 PM pm

Sat-Sun, Sep 16-17 / NASCAR Racing Experience, https://www.nascarracingexperience.com/



Dominion Raceway & Entertainment

Exit 118 I-95, 6501 Dominion Raceway Ave., Woodford, VA

Representing a new model for Motorsports facilities and Entertainment venues. Dominion Raceway & Entertainment is a multipurpose facility located on "America's Main Street", I-95. Located between Washington DC and Richmond VA the complex includes: a two-mile road course, a 4/10ths mile paved NASCAR oval, 1/8th mile drag strip, festival concert venue and more. Our 36,600 square foot building includes meeting space, hospitality and a full-service kitchen and bar.

www.dominionraceway.com

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Fri, Jun 23 / No Prep Street Racing, 5:00 pm

Fri, Jun 23 / Oval Track Open Practice, 5 - 10:00 pm

Sat, Jun 24 / Saturday Night NASCAR racing, 5:00 pm

Sat-Sun, Jul 8-9 / DR HPDRE, 7:00 am

Sun, Jul 9 / TrackCross, 8:00 am

Sun, Jul 9 / Track Attack, 4:30 pm



Virginia Motorsports Park

Dinwiddie, 8018 Boydton Plank Rd., Petersburg, VA

Built in 1994, a state of the art multi-million dollar facility encompassing 500 acres featuring: Drag Strip, Mud Bog Pit, Truck and Tractor Pull Arena, Motocross facility, and a BMX Track.

https://www.RaceVMP.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Sat, Jun 17 / Virginia Motor Sport Club (VMSC) - AutoCross

Sun, Jun 18 / Tidewater Sports Car Club (TSCC) - AutoCross

Fri-Sun, Jun 23-25 / VP Racing Fuels ET Bracket Series

Fri-Sat, Jun 30-Jul 1 / Monster Truck Throwdown



Virginia International Raceway (VIR)

1245 Pine Tree Road, Alton, VA

Chosen as one of Car & Driver's Top 6 tracks in the nation, Virginia International Raceway is a multi-purpose road racing facility, located on the Dan River between Danville and South Boston, Virginia. VIR hosts a wide range of professional and amateur auto and motorcycle racing and track events and is well established as "America's Motorsport Resort."

http://virnow.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): 2023 

Fri-Sun, Aug 25-27 / IMSA Michelin GT Challenge

Fri, Sep 22-Sun, Oct 1 / SCCA Runoffs

Thu-Sun, Oct 5-8 / SVRA Speed Tour



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